245/50R16 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 245/50R16, a performance cars size fitted to Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z, Chevrolet Camaro Z28, Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA and more.
What 245/50R16 tires cost
Nankang NS-2
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
BFGoodrich Radial T/A
Best wet and snow braking, quietest ride, longest tread life. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $488 to $508, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 245/50R16 right now
Falken Ziex ZE950 A/S UHP All Season 245/50R16 97H Passenger Tires
$104.96per tire $419.84 for a set of four
6 tires in this size, priced straight from SimpleTire's own product feed, read 29 September 2026. Stock and prices move daily, so check the shop for today's figure.
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About the 245/50R16 size
The IROC-Z and GTA size, 245/50VR16 on a 16x8 wheel, originally the unidirectional Goodyear Eagle VR50 Gatorback. That tire is long out of production and nothing replicates its directional tread, so owners either accept a modern pattern or pay for new-old-stock. 245/50R16 is also the front of the 1987 GNX staggered set, with 255/50R16 at the rear. No bias-ply or whitewall relevance. Availability is better than any 15 in performance size but the premium brands have thinned out, so expect Firestone, BFGoodrich and value brands rather than Michelin or Continental. Original rating was V; most current options are V or W.
The numbers mean: 245 mm section width, sidewall height 50 % of that width, and a 16-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 25.6 inches. Any replacement has to match all three, and the load index and speed rating on your door sticker must be met or exceeded. Our guide on reading a tire size walks through it.
Vehicles that use 245/50R16
- Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z (1985-1990)
- Chevrolet Camaro Z28 (1991-1992)
- Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA (1987-1992)
- Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (1989, Turbo TA)
- Buick GNX (1987, front)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 245/50R16 tire?
All-Season Tires
Drivers in the South, West Coast and mild parts of the Midwest who want one set of tires that lasts a long time and is quiet.
Summer Tires
Sports-car and performance-sedan owners, and anyone in a warm climate who wants the best possible grip and steering.
Performance Tires
Owners of sports sedans, hot hatches and performance crossovers who want year-round tires with real handling.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 245/50R16 tires cost?
Expect $105–$122 per tire for a budget brand, $122–$127 for a mid-range tire like the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500, and $127–$219 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. A set of four therefore starts at about $420. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 245/50R16 tires?
245/50R16 is original equipment on Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z (1985-1990), Chevrolet Camaro Z28 (1991-1992), Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA (1987-1992), Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (1989, Turbo TA) and Buick GNX (1987, front), among others. Always confirm with the sticker inside your driver's door, because trim levels and wheel packages can change the size.
What is the best 245/50R16 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500, is the sweet spot of price and tread life. If you keep the vehicle a long time or drive in heavy rain and snow, the BFGoodrich Radial T/A is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Nankang NS-2 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 245/50R16 tires?
On a front- or rear-wheel-drive car, yes: replace in pairs on the same axle and put the newer pair on the rear. On all-wheel-drive vehicles most makers want all four replaced together, or a new tire shaved to match, because a difference in circumference strains the drivetrain.